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Bus Madison to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Bus Madison to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$224
Average bus trip duration2d 18h
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure08:30
Distance1763 miles
Latest bus departure20:10

Madison to San Francisco buses

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Bus service from Madison to San Francisco will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Francisco from Madison, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses13
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures08:30 - 20:10
Minimum PriceUS$216
Average Ticket PriceUS$224
Minimum Trip Duration2d10h
Average Bus Trip Duration2d18h
Distance1763 miles
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Madison - San Francisco

The average bus ticket price from Madison to San Francisco is US$224. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Madison to San Francisco is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Madison and San Francisco is around 2d 18h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 10h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1761 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Madison to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Madison to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Madison to San Francisco, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

Buses travelling between Madison and San Francisco leave from UW Memorial Union or Dutch Mill Park & Ride and arrive at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf), Powell Station, Union Square Hilton.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Madison to San Francisco.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Madison to San Francisco, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Madison to San Francisco.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Madison to San Francisco while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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